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BJ16 HGZ

2016 Ford Grand C-max

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,570 mi
Last recorded47,570 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Grand C-max49,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ16 HGZ
MakeFord
ModelGrand C-max
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 47,570 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 42,506 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt across all seats ()

Pass 3 Oct 2023 38,550 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides of the car (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 35,902 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt across all 3 seats ()

Fail 5 Oct 2022 35,902 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt across all 3 seats ()

Pass 8 Oct 2021 32,850 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 30,892 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear most seats propped up prior to test.

Pass 8 Apr 2019 26,968 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin @ 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Apr 2019 26,968 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin @ 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Ford Grand C-max?

Based on 431,851 MOT tests across 39,255 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
7,433
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
39,255
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,835
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,694
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BJ16 HGZ is a 2016 Ford Grand C-max in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Ford Grand C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 49,565 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Grand C-max fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,835 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ16 HGZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Grand C-max typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 10 years old, this Ford Grand C-max is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ16 HGZ registered?

BJ16 HGZ is a 2016 Ford Grand C-max, first registered on 5 April 2016.

Is BJ16 HGZ safe to buy?

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